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If you are a self-starter known for your partnership skills and keen eye for detail, come join us! The Designer II is a mid-level position responsible for developing and refining complex designs, technical drawings, and models for advanced aerospace and defense projects. This role involves leading design efforts, ensuring adherence to design standards, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize a keen eye for detail to review, verify, and approve technical drawings, models, and design documentation, ensuring they accurately reflect engineering intent and meet established quality, regulatory, and drafting requirements.
• Oversee the review and refinement of layouts, drawings, and models for accuracy and adherence to design standards.
• Identify and resolve design errors, omissions, and deficiencies, and implement improvements.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs meet project specifications and budget constraints.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation and reports to support design reviews and project milestones.
• Utilize advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and other design tools to create high-quality technical drawings and models.
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance and support.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant regulatory and safety requirements.
• Participate in design meetings and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and standards.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Associates degree in Design, Drafting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in experience in design or drafting within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
• Strong understanding of design principles, drafting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams.
• Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools.
• Experience with technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manual and/or publications.
• Basic knowledge of industry standard design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware and/or electrical component selection, fabrication, manufacturing, and production processes.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Extensive experience with advanced CAD tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software, such as 3D Experience, and methodologies.
• Exposure to full lifecycle design processes and agile development practices.
• Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods, including proficiency with design and drafting software.
• Must be able to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members and stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods, including proficiency with design and drafting software.
• Must be able to work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally as required by project needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members and stakeholders.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.